The DME MAC contractors have released the list of HCPCS code changes that goes into effect on Oct. 1.
In a Sept. 9 notice, CGS Administrators, the Jurisdictions B and C DME MAC, released the following code changes:
— A4288: Valve for breast pump, replacement (new code).
— E1005: Wheelchair accessory, power seating system, recline only, with power shear reduction (description/verbiage change).
— E0150: Combination wheeled walker with seat and transport chair, folding, adjustable or fixed height (new code).
— E0658: Segmental pneumatic appliance for use with pneumatic compressor, integrated, 2 full arms and chest (new code).
— E0659: Segmental pneumatic appliance for use with pneumatic compressor, integrated, head, neck and chest (new code).
— E0765: U.S. Food & Drug Administration-approved nerve stimulator, for treatment of nausea and vomiting (new code and description/verbiage change).
— E0986: Manual wheelchair accessory, power-assist system (description/verbiage change).
E0986 is currently defined as Manual wheelchair accessory, push-rim activated power-assist system.
